1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Ford F
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford F would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Ford F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford F has manual transmission. 1955 Ford F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Ford F | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | F |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
